What are the more than 360 small hills on Jeju Island that Jeju people call oreum?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: C. Small parasitic volcanic cones on the slopes of Hallasan
- Step 1: Jeju is a volcanic island whose main cone is Hallasan. Step 2. Side vents on its flanks erupted and built many small cones that now dot the island. Answer: Small parasitic volcanic cones on the slopes of Hallasan. Why not the others: The other features exist elsewhere but are not what the Jeju people call oreum.
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